Traditional Songkran Festival of Mon-Siam in the Mae Klong River Basin
April 14th, 2010
At Wat Bodhisobharam, Khong Payom, Ban Pong, Ratchaburi

Mon-Siam of the Mae Klong River basin is a group of ancient ethnic Mon communities dating back to over 300 years ago. The communities boast distinctive cultural heritage, offering an interesting, alternative tourist attraction.

Join the upcoming traditional Songkran celebrations proudly organized by the Mon-Siam communities. Experience our fascinating culture including:
• Ethnic Mons in unique traditional costumes

• Colorful processions of offerings for Lord Buddha
• Traditional merit-making ceremonies
• The traditional custom for welcoming and paying homage to Nang Songkran • Traditional folk games and plays
• Traditional folk music and performances
• Traditional food and dessert
• Handicrafts including hand-woven cloth, cloth bags beautifully painted by school children, and bamboo wickerwork
(Also available for souvenirs)
• An Academic exhibition on Mon’s history, cultural heritage and language

During the celebrations, traditional Mon food, dessert and drinks will be provided free of charge.

Schedule here

Getting there:
Bus from Southern Bus Terminal : Bangkok-Ban Pong. Call Center 1490
Train, State Railway of Thailand Tel : 0-2222-0175, 0-2621-8701
Van (in front of the Government Lottery Office near Sanam Luang)

For more information, contact
Wisit Amornthanawat : 081-285-2249
Chamnan Thongkiatikool : 081-438-6360
email : pr@monsiam.net

 

 


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Klong Kwarn Mon Sem” or the Mon-Siam culture road along the banks of Mae Klong River is located in Ban Pong District, Ratchaburi Province about 100 kms west of Bangkok. Along the river’s banks are ancient ethnic Mon communities rich in arts, culture, traditions, and a unique way of life. Because it is not far from Bangkok, visitors can take a one-day trip or stay overnight. You can cycle around to visit communities and/or participate in their daily routines to experience the ethnic Mons’ way of life. Places of interest are ancient ethnic Mon communities and temples such as Wat Tan Pak-lad, Wat Po Mon, Wat Makham, Wat Muang Folk Museum, Wat Bua-gnam, Wat Hua Hin, Wat Yai Nakhonchum, Wat Thapa, Wat Khanon, Wat Khongkharam, etc.

sample photos from Klong Kwarn Mon Sem :